Programs

Forest School Summer Day Camp 2026

We want all kids to be able to experience the magic of forest school! Summer day camps give kids four days to be immersed in nature and get all of the benefits the forest has to offer! This is a drop-off program, parents do not stay with the kids. Cost is $235 and includes a t-shirt. Camp meets at Maybury State Park from 9:30-12:30, Monday - Thursday. Ages 4-10.

Session 1 June 15-18

Session 2 June 22-25

Session 3 July 6-9

Session 4 August 3-6

Session 5 August 10-13

Forest School 2026-2027

We meet at Maybury State Park one or two mornings per week during the school year. This is a drop-off class, parents do not stay with the kids. Enrollment is for the entire school year, September through May. We take a winter break during the months of January and February to do family field trips on Thursday mornings.

Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:30-1:00

$50 application/registration fee

Woodpeckers 6-10 years old - Tuesdays and Thursdays with Ms. Sarah. Cost is $395 per month

Bluebirds 4-6 years old - Tuesdays and Thursdays with Ms. Rona. Cost is $395 per month

Robins 4-8 years old - Tuesday mornings with Ms. Emily. Cost is $195 per month

*We are currently enrolling returning families for the 2026-2027 school year. If any spots are available, we will open applications for new families on Monday, April 6 at 10:00am.

Mallards

A forest school class for little ducklings with their grownup!

Tuesday mornings 9:30-11:00 at Maybury State Park, March 24 - May 12.

$175 for one child or $275 per family (up to 3 kids)

All ages are welcome, but recommended ages 2-5. This is not a drop-off, students must have a caregiver with them

Family Forest School

We meet at two locations at 10:00am every Friday, year-round. This is a child and caregiver program for all ages. Anyone can join us anytime, just show up! First visit is free, dues are $50 per year.

Plymouth Township Park location - meet at the trails at the very back of the park, near the baseball field. This is a short hike, then we read a story and have lunch. Bring a blanket and your lunch and leave it in your car, you can grab it after the hike.

Maybury State Park location - meet at the parking lot by the horse barn at the BECK ROAD entrance. This is a longer hike, at least 1 mile. Plan to spend a few hours with us! We hike around the lake and stop for a picnic lunch along the way. We have a wagon to carry everyone’s lunches.

Check out our Facebook page for more info! Southeast Michigan Forest School Facebook Page

Teen Apprenticeship

Ages 12-17

Join us at our forest school class on Tuesday and Thursday mornings to learn about nature based education. Please email us for more info!